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California Institute of Arts and Technology

4 Programs
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California Institute of Arts & Technology specializes in IT degrees and professional development programs to kickstart or boost your tech career. With our courses, you learn leading-edge skills most demanded from today’s employers, including network and cyber security, cloud administration, infrastructure management, and software and mobile app development.

Have a job, but want a career? It’s time to rethink your approach to education, beyond the traditional four year or community college experience. CIAT graduates complete their programs with a portfolio of innovative IT experience, and are uniquely positioned to compete for in-demand technology jobs. Our unique curriculum approach delivers the ideal blend of personalized instruction, hands-on training and industry certification preparation. With small class sizes, expert instructors, and state of the art facilities, CIAT ensures you graduate confident in your new skills and prepared to excel in the workforce.

We have high standards, and we believe you should too. CIAT has proudly earned accreditation from the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.



Available Programs

  • Applied Bachelors Degree in Software Development - Web Development
    Computer, Information, and Technology

    Learn to design and build web, software, and mobile applications using the programming languages and technology platforms that serve as the backbone for small, midsize, and enterprise organizations. IT professionals with expertise in software development are growing in demand. In this 2-step career-focused degree path you’ll learn the skills you’ll need on the job, build a coding portfolio that will boost your resume, and receive personalized career support to help you transition into the field. Build a strong foundation of full stack development skills including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React Native, Python, SQL, and more. This program prepares you for a variety of positions including Full-Stack Developer, Software Developer, Web Developer, Mobile App Developer, and countless more opportunities.

  • Associates of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems
    Computer, Information, and Technology

    IT professionals with strong technical skills in computer repair, computer networking, infrastructure, cloud management, and cybersecurity are in high demand. A degree alone is no longer enough to break into these competitive roles. This Computer Information Systems AAS program will prepare you to successfully earn up to 9 industry IT certifications from CompTIA, Microsoft, and Amazon so that you can demonstrate to future employers that you have the skills needed to be successful in the workplace.

    This Computer Information Systems Associate’s Degree is perfect for those who are looking to land competitive IT positions in IT administration, networking and cybersecurity.

    • Develop fundamental IT skills managing computer hardware and operating systems
    • Design, implement, configure and troubleshoot wired and wireless networking devices
    • Install, configure and deploy Windows 10 installations in a business environment
    • Build a foundation in network infrastructure security including cryptography, access control, and network assessments
    • Build a solid foundation of cloud management administration skills related to Compute, Storage, Network & Security
    • Operate Azure and AWS-cloud infrastructures using industry best practices

  • Applied Bachelor's Degree in Computer Information Systems - Cybersecurity
    Computer, Information, and Technology

    Build a strong foundation of hardware, software, networking, server, and cloud administration skills to launch your IT career, then learn what it takes to detect, manage, and prevent cyber-attacks with advanced-level courses to specialize your career in the growing field of cybersecurity. Earn up to 16 industry certifications, including the most in-demand cybersecurity certifications, such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, Certified Ethical Hacker, and more. Build your confidence and learn career-ready, hands-on skills, with our unique at-home Build Your Own Computer and networking kits to complement your virtual class instruction and virtual labs.

  • Applied Bachelor's Degree in Computer Information Systems - Cloud Administration
    Computer, Information, and Technology

    Build a strong foundation of hardware, software, networking, and security skills to launch your IT career, then learn what it takes to deploy, maintain, and secure enterprise-level cloud based environments to specialize your career in the growing field of IT cloud administration. Earn up to 18 industry certifications, including the most in-demand cloud certifications, such as AWS Cloud Practitioner, Azure Security Engineer, and Google Cloud Engineer. Build your confidence and learn career-ready, hands-on skills, with our unique at-home Build Your Own Computer and networking kits to complement your virtual class instruction and virtual labs.

Accreditation

Institutional Accreditation

Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training

California Institute of Arts and Technology is accredited fully accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training) listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency. CIAT has earned this validation through an evaluation of overall mission, quality of education provided and reputation. ACCET is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency. Contact information for Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training is as follows: 1722 N St NW Washington, DC 20036, telephone: (202) 955-1113 / email: info@accet.org, https://accet.org/member-institution-directory.

Disclosure

FINANCIAL AID

CIAT offers assistance in applying for scholarships, federal aid, private loans, monthly payment

plans, and scholarships to help you build an affordable and manageable education plan.

CIAT offers the following financial aid options:

  • FAFSA Federal Grants & Loans
  • Military Benefits
  • Sallie Mae Private Education Loans
  • No Interest Monthly Payment Plans
  • Up To $15,000 In Merit-Based & Financial Need Scholarships

MILITARY FRIENDLY

CIAT is a military-friendly school and believes that you deserve an education worthy of your service.

CIAT offers Certificate through Bachelor level programs for active-duty members and veterans, along

with a combination of certifications and hands-on training that empower you to take your education

to the next level. Whether you’re advancing your career in the armed forces or transitioning back

into civilian life, CIAT will make sure you’re prepared for everything. CIAT’s resources can help you

maximize your military benefits as you start on your new path:

  • Post 9/11 GI Bill® Benefits*
  • VA Yellow Ribbon Program
  • Active-Duty Tuition Assistance
  • Military Spouse Funding (MyCAA)
  • Vocational Rehab & Employment
* GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More

information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S.

government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill. CIAT is approved to offer VA

benefits. Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Financing and scholarship options

vary based on program, campus, and/or eligibility requirements.